Jefferson vacation rentals

Why people love visiting adventurous Jefferson

Enjoy the museums and other features of Jefferson. One of the city's many top draws is its mountain views. A vacation rental can help make your stay complete—many rentals come with a full kitchen and laundry facilities.

Sightseeing in and around Jefferson

Do you want to find top things to see and do during your stay? Venture out of your cozy vacation rental and check out everything that makes Jefferson a one-of-a-kind vacation spot. These are some of the top attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:

• Santa's Village (1.1 mi / 1.8 km)
• Bretton Woods Ski Area (10.9 mi / 17.6 km)
• Omni Mount Washington Resort Bretton Woods Golf Course (11.3 mi / 18.2 km)
• Mount Washington Cog Railway (12 mi / 19.3 km)
• Great Glen Trails Outdoor Center (15.2 mi / 24.5 km)
• Wildcat Mountain Ski Area (16.4 mi / 26.4 km)

Get outdoors in Jefferson

Jefferson is an adventurer's paradise. From canoeing on the Androscoggin River to driving spectacular mountain passes, you can expect stunning scenery and wildlife encounters. Several tour operators offer wildlife tours around the White Mountain State Forest, including helicopter flights over pristine lakes and waterfalls or evening jeep safaris to spot moose grazing the open meadows. The streams and lakes are popular with swimmers and anglers alike – you can expect to be treated to rainbow trout in the clear waters and in local restaurants. Or, for something a little more orderly, head to the scenic Waumbek Golf Course for rolling greens framed by distant mountain peaks.

Jefferson through the seasons

In winter, expect snow and freezing temperatures perfect for winter sports. Snowshoeing and cross-country ski trails can be easily accessed from your Jefferson vacation rental. A number of major downhill ski areas are also within an hour's drive, including the Bretton Woods ski resort. Late spring, summer and fall are all glorious seasons for hiking and biking and exploring the mountain scenery. Whether you're hiking alongside roaring meltwater in spring, across scented flower-filled alpine meadows in summer, or under a canopy of red and golden autumnal leaves in fall, expect jaw-dropping nature at its best.

Hike the White Mountains from Jefferson

There are several challenging day hikes that can be enjoyed close to Jefferson vacation rentals. Mount Jefferson is a looming mountain in the Presidential Range of the White Mountains, and the third tallest mountain in New Hampshire. The glacial cirques of Jefferson Ravine, Castle Ravine and the Great Gulf, the Monticello Lawn of green alpine grass close to its summit, and the spectacular views of Mount Washington to the south make this a popular, if challenging hike. Wherever you hike in this park, you can expect to encounter incredible wildlife, sparkling waterfalls, pristine mountain lakes and dramatic snowy peaks.

How to get to and around Jefferson

The nearest airport is in Whitefield, NH (HIE-Mount Washington Regional), located 5.3 mi (8.6 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you might consider flying into Lyndonville, VT (LLX-Caledonia County), which is 28.7 mi (46.2 km) away.